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Gaithersburg Film Festival

April 10 - 12, 2026

The City of Gaithersburg is thrilled to present its Second Annual Gaithersburg Film Festival, a celebration of the City’s remarkable diversity and creativity. Recognized as one of the most diverse cities in the United States, Gaithersburg embraces cultures, identities, and perspectives from around the world—and this festival reflects that spirit by creating a platform for diverse creators and communities to share their stories, traditions, and artistic expressions through film.

Join us for an immersive and inspiring experience that celebrates the art of film, showcases the power of storytelling, and reflects the unique and vibrant diversity that defines Gaithersburg!

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April 10, 2026 - Friday Opening Night Reception & Short Block

Friday Opening Night Reception and Short Block
$30 General Admission
This pass includes access to the opening night reception and the short film block featuring documentary films Steeped in Time and Natural Capital, along with narrative shorts Dobrina, Night Light, Mandy's Voice, The Hitman's Laundromat, and Sip. The evening concludes with a post‑screening talkback panel with Steeped in Time, Natural Capital, The Hitman's Laundromat.
Recommended for audiences 18 and older.

Schedule

6:30 p.m. – Opening Night Reception
7:30 p.m. – Short Film Block
9 p.m. – Filmmaker Panel/Talkback with Steeped in Time, Natural Capital, The Hitman's Laundromat

April 11, 2026 - Saturday Afternoon Documentary Short/Feature Film Block

Saturday Afternoon Documentary Short/Feature Film Block
$20 General Admission
This pass includes access to the local‑interest documentary film block featuring the short films Flexing on Cancer and The Emcees of MC, as well as the feature film Not in Service. The event concludes with a post‑screening talkback panel session with representatives from all three films.
Recommended for audiences 18 and older.

Schedule

2 p.m. – Short/Feature Film Block
3:30 p.m. – Filmmaker Panel/Talkback with Flexing on Cancer, The Emcees of MC, and Not in Service

April 11, 2026 - Saturday Evening Short/Feature Film Presentation

Saturday Evening Short/Feature Film Presentation
$20 General Admission
This pass celebrates the rich world of storytelling and puppetry, featuring the short film Marianne's Onion alongside the feature documentary presentation of Cartapesta: Carnival of Fano – The Movie. The evening concludes with a talkback session with Alex Vernon from Alex and Olmsted, the creators of Marianne's Onion.
Recommended for audiences 18 and older.

Schedule

7:30 p.m. – Short Film/Feature Presentation
9 p.m. – Talkback Session with Marianne's Onion

April 12, 2026 - Sunday Afternoon Short Film Block & Closing Reception

Sunday Afternoon Short Film Block and Closing Reception
$30 General Admission
This collection showcases a diverse lineup of short films, including More Than This, Psychic Connection, 250, How To Hide It, Leaf, and RISE. This pass includes a post‑screening talkback panel with representatives from Psychic Connection and 250, along with access to the closing night reception.
Recommended for audiences 18 and older.

Schedule

2 p.m. – Short Film Block
3:30 p.m. – Filmmaker Panel/Talkback with Psychic Connection and 250
4 p.m. – Closing Night Reception

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April 10 - 12, 2026

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